Robert E. Foster
City College of New York, United States Naval Research Laboratory
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Dr. Robert E. Foster is a leading figure in ocean optics and atmospheric correction, whose work bridges the critical gap between satellite remote sensing and in-situ validation. His research focuses on the polarimetric properties of light in coastal and open ocean environments, advancing algorithms for simultaneous retrieval of aerosol and water column properties. Foster’s most impactful work, “Airborne and shipborne polarimetric measurements over open ocean and coastal waters” (36 citations), provides foundational intercomparisons that improve the accuracy of spaceborne observations. He further pioneered the use of multi-spectral, hyper-angular imaging polarimeters for aerosol and hydrosol characterization, as detailed in his 2021 study (13 citations). His 2017 paper on validating satellite ocean color sensors—including MODIS, VIIRS, and OLCI—against AERONET-OC data (7 citations) has been instrumental in ensuring data quality for global ocean monitoring. Through these contributions, Foster has enhanced our ability to observe marine ecosystems from space, directly supporting climate and environmental research.
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